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Childrens Residential Support Worker
Job Posted: 6 days ago
Salary: £ 26,918 - 34,616 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Expire in: 22 days
Job Description
Residential Childcare Practitioner
Location: Southampton (commutable from Winchester, Eastleigh, Portsmouth, Fareham)
Salary: £26,918 - £34,616 per annum (inclusive of £5,000 Market Supplement)
Additional Pay: Enhancements for Evenings and Weekends
Hours: 37 per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Make a Difference in a Child's Life Every Day
Are you passionate about helping children overcome adversity and thrive? Join a secure residential care team recently rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, and support up to ten children with complex mental health, behavioural, and attachment needs.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a highly structured and therapeutic setting that provides vulnerable young people with a safe and nurturing environment. As part of a dedicated and professional team, you'll help shape a better future for children who need consistent care, patience, and understanding.
What You'll Do:
Act as a therapeutic parent and trusted role model
Build positive, secure relationships that help children feel safe and supported
Work closely with education and wellbeing teams on-site
Participate in structured, fun activities that enrich both staff and children
Help children recover from trauma with empathy, consistency, and kindness
Work a flexible shift pattern including alternate weekends, early/late shifts, and sleep-in duties
Receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing training to support your development
What We're Looking For:
A genuine passion for working with children and young people
High emotional intelligence, resilience, and patience
Physical capability to meet the demands of the role
Previous experience in residential, secure, or similar settings is helpful but not essential
Why Join Us?
Structured induction programme
Ongoing training and career development
Supportive, highly skilled team environment
Opportunity to make a life-changing difference
Apply today to take the next step in a meaningful and fulfilling career.
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